Substitute Wife, Genius CEO novel Chapter 392

Whether they threw him away, sold him, or let him suffer an 'accidental' death, they would have the final say.

Children died every single day in this world; why couldn't it be Leo?

Lydia had prepared a two-pronged plan. She was completely certain she would take them down. Thinking of this, the smile in her eyes deepened.

She actively placed a piece of meat on Summer's plate. "Summer, you've lost weight taking care of Leo lately. Eat more meat. Beatrice's cooking is excellent."

Feigning ignorance of her scheme, Summer picked up the meat, took a bite, and smiled as she nodded. "Beatrice really does cook well. No wonder Aunt Lydia loves her so much and always calls for her."

Lydia smiled warmly and affectionately, completely hiding the venom in her heart. "If you like it, then eat up. It's a blessing for young girls to have a little meat on their bones."

The maid poured decanted red wine for everyone, and they all raised their glasses to wish Bennett a happy birthday.

From the corner of her eye, Lydia watched Summer drain her glass, and her smile widened significantly.

That night, aside from the pregnant Lilith, everyone drank quite a bit and thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Summer leaned back in her chair, rubbing her temples. Miles asked, "Not feeling well?"

The corners of Summer's eyes were flushed red, and her luminous skin carried a rosy tint, making her look thoroughly tipsy. She frowned and said, "I'm a little dizzy."

Lydia showed instant concern. "If you're dizzy, I'll have Beatrice prepare some hangover tea. Drink it, go upstairs to rest, and you'll feel better after a nap."

Summer nodded. Soon after, Beatrice brought out several bowls of hangover tea. Not only did Summer get one, but the Suttons, Miles, and Xavier all got their share.

After finishing the tea, Miles helped Summer upstairs to rest.

Watching their slightly unsteady figures, the smile on Lydia's lips seemed to grow even wider.

She had spared no expense tonight, opening several bottles of premium, vintage wine from the cellar.

Now all that was left was to wait for the show to begin...

In the dead of night, dark clouds obscured the moon. A sudden spring chill descended as the cold wind howled fiercely.

The mansion was completely silent; everyone had fallen into a deep sleep.

Suddenly, next to the curtains, a spark flared.

Fanned by the night wind, the small flame erupted into a raging inferno, instantly turning the entire mansion into a sea of fire.

In the quiet of the night, the alarms shrieked violently. The blazing fire lit up the night sky, shocking everyone's nerves and making their scalps tingle.

Miles bolted upright from his bed, grabbed a blanket he had pre-soaked in water, draped it over himself, and rushed toward Summer's room.

"Bang, bang, bang—"

"Summer, there's a fire! Open the door!"

Downstairs, the maids were already screaming in panic, yelling for everyone to run, screaming about the fire, and begging for help.

Timing it perfectly, Summer opened the door. Looking completely panicked, she coughed violently. "Miles! There's a fire!"

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